Technical Pig Fat for Soap Making from Japan
Industrial-grade pig fat used as a base for soap and detergent production. Falls under HTS 1501.90.00.00 as other pig fat, not for direct food use.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify non-edible end-use in import docs to bypass food regulations
• Check for bleaching or deodorizing that might affect classification
• Avoid packaging resembling consumer goods to prevent retail misclassification